In subsection (b), the words âThe organized militia, which consists of the National Guard and the Naval Militiaâ are substituted for the words âthe National Guard, the Naval Militiaâ, since the National Guard and the Naval Militia constitute the organized militia.
The hardness of the wire refers to the malleability. Hardness also differs by material. Sterling is harder than copper. Brass and bronze tend to be stiffer than both copper and sterling. When youâre working with very fine gauges, hardness is a bit irrelevant, since fine gauge wires are so thin and pliable.
1 If the zinc content of the brass ranges from 32% to 39%, it will have increased hot-working abilities but the cold-working will be limited.  If the brass contains over 39% zinc (example â Muntz Metal), it will have a higher strength and lower ductility (at room temperature).